Copyright Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc.
6 House Wiring Simplified
Safety Rules
Only by learning and faithfully following certain safety rules
can the electrician hope to avoid accidents and injury. The basic
rules are:
1. Remain alert. Think before acting.
2. Avoid quick movements. Work carefully and deliberately.
Plan each step of your work.
3. Avoid live work unless absolutely necessary. Disconnect
circuit at its main source, if possible.
4. Make certain a circuit is de-energized. Test it with a test light
before beginning work on it.
5. Use tools correctly and for their intended purpose. Use only
tools with insulated handles when working on live circuits.
Keep tools in good working order.
6. Remove jewelry, rings, watches, and other metal objects or
apparel from the body before beginning work.
7. Make sure all electrical equipment is properly grounded.
8. Keep work areas dry and free of debris. If necessary, clear the
area of loose material or hanging objects. Cover wet floors with
wooden planking. Wear rubber boots or rubber soled shoes.
9. Wear gloves when possible.
10. Place a rubber barrier or other nonconductive shield around
exposed conductors or equipment near the work area.
11. Lift objects carefully. Use the leg muscles. Keep back straight
while lifting.
12. Wear clothing that is neither floppy nor too tight. Loose
clothing will catch on corners and rough surfaces causing
unsafe motion. Clothing that binds is uncomfortable and
may be just as unsafe as clothing that is too loose.
13. Wear safety glasses when using striking tools.